Kitchen & Bar Gift Ideas

Uncommon Goods has all sorts of amazing gift ideas and they've branched out to offer in-home classes on a ton of interesting topics. Check out this mixology mastery class experience, where the lucky recipient will learn how to make delicious cocktails right in their own home. They'll learn how to make whiskey, gin and vodka based cocktails like the classic Old Fashioned, a stunning Cosmopolitan, or a sophisticated Fitty Fitty Martini. Most people have a preference to which spirit based cocktails they drink, so they specifically offer a Whiskey & Bourbon, Gin and Vodka class separately from each other (on different dates) so the…

With cooking classes ranging from handmade pasta to Jambalaya, there are tons of top-notch chefs that will teach them how to make all sorts of delights, virtually right in their own home. This isn't a pre-recorded video, it's a live cooking class that's an affordable treat. Choose a cooking class by country - with familiar ones like Italian or Mexican...or maybe go off the beaten path a bit and try Hungarian or Peruvian cuisine? The chefs that teach the classes are vetted by The Chef & The Dish certified testing process and every recipe that is taught is pre-tested (sometimes…

How about helping them start a family recipe book? They could write down their favorite recipes and make it a tradition to add one and pick one out each week to make for the whole family. The recipe book is engraved with 2 lines of text above the graphic and one below the graphic and made from natural alderwood with spiral binding. You can also purchase recipe cards that will fit beautifully inside the personalized recipe book - 4 for page for a total of 72 recipes. Promising review: Very well made and makes for an Original gift for…

Give them a better way to make delicious premium cocktails right in their own home. They won't need to measure or pour any more, just insert a cocktail capsule, select the strength and press mix. The Bartesian machine will draw the spirit from the appropriate reservoir and mixes the cocktail in seconds. The cocktail capsules were developed by master mixologists and they'll be able to make favorites like margaritas, whiskey sours and old fashioned drinks. A few examples - Rum Breeze, Spicy Margarita or Pineapple Margarita. Yum! Can you imagine them showing this off at their next party or…

With Flaviar, he'll be able to enjoy exciting new premium spirits and maybe even find a new favorite along the way. Buy him a gift card and he can choose which spirits he wants. They ship nationwide and it gets delivered right to their door. You can even send a digital gift card if you're in a crunch for time. Shop with confidence, over 5,500 people have rated Flaviar a 4.7/5 on average. Promising review: I’ve been with Flaviar for 3 years and have really enjoyed tasting all the different products from all over the world. This company stands…

Give them a barista in a box as a gift, or more accurately a top rated espresso machine from De'Longhi! This is as close to having a Starbucks in your kitchen as it gets. This little unit will brew all their favorite coffee house drinks like lattes, iced coffees, cappuccino, latte macchiatos and much more. It's got a very small footprint considering all the drinks it can make and it heats up in just 25 seconds with an auto turn off after 9 minutes. It uses pods rather than loose coffee that can be sometimes messy. Promising review: Every…

This cast iron Dutch oven looks so good it'll stay on their stove permanently. Each one is expertly crafted in France and they're safe up to 580F. There are tons of recipes they'll be able to make with this Dutch oven, maybe you have some favorites of your own that you can pass on? Comes in 5 bold colors, from blood orange to calming harbour blue. Promising review: I absolutely love this Dutch oven! So far I’ve used it to make rolls and they turned out perfect. I am looking forward to the many loaves of sourdough I will…

Make any night movie night with this top rated stovetop popcorn popper. They'll be able to cook up fresh popcorn in no time with as little as one teaspoon of oil. The four vents allow for steam to escape so their popcorn will stay perfectly tender but still crispy. There's also a built in stirring mechanism so they won't get a bunch of unpopped kernels. Promising review: We make popcorn on the stove a lot but how we’ve had to do it in the past resulted with inconsistent burnt patches. With this pan, the popcorn all comes out evenly…

Fresh baked gourmet pizza at home? Delicious! You could start a new tradition in their family - Friday night home baked pizza and movie night! Ooni has quickly made a name for its self in the at-home pizza oven scene, with a few different models all scoring top marks by reviewers nationwide. The Ooni Soda 16 runs on either propane or natural gas. That means if they already have a gas powered outdoor BBQ (using those propane cans you can swop out at the grocery store), they'll be able to power this Ooni Koda 16 pizza oven. If they…

Homemade ice cream, sorbets, milkshakes and more? Sounds like an amazing gift idea to me! They'll be able to create completely customizable treats in three easy steps and at a touch of a button. One touch programming buttons take the guesswork out of the speed, pressure and time so they can set it and forget it. It's easy to create their own customized flavors by adding their favorite chocolate, nuts, candy, fruit and more. Oh and there's something called "Creamify" technology (someone had fun making that up?) - it breaks down a uniform frozen block into an incredibly smooth…

When they wake up blurry eyed in the morning, getting their cup of coffee or tea and breakfast is usually #1 and an absolute priority...but if their trusty favorite spoon is missing, it can create havoc! No one needs havoc early in the morning. So get them a personalized spoon that has their name right on it, so no one else can claim it's theirs. It's a cute, funny and custom gift that will last forever. Choose a spoon size, select an icon to stamp on the spoon (like a heart or cereal bowl) and of course their name…

Who said waffles have to be made flat? This is a space saving waffle maker where they'll pour batter in at the top and it fills the waffle iron below. Gone are the days of half made and inconsistent thickness waffles, this new design means every grid is filled perfectly with just the right amount of batter. They'll be able to dial in their preferred browning level with 5 choices and no flipping is required. Promising review: We love the ease of making and cleaning of this waffle maker. They come out consistent every time in size and crispness…

Gift them the easiest cooking experience they've ever had with this best selling All-Clad frying pan set. They'll love that nothing sticks to the pan, oven safe and free of PTFE and PFOA. The 8.5-inch pan is perfect for making small quick bites and the larger 10.5-inch pan will come in handy when they need to make a delicious dinner. They're designed to make flipping easy thanks to it's flat base and flared, mid-sized sides. With the construction made of heavy duty hard-anodized aluminum, they'll be able to use this pan set for many years. promising review: I just…

They'll be able to use their new favorite chef's knife every time they cook. It'll stand up to whatever they use it for thanks to it's high-quality German stainless steel blade and a forged bolster construction gives the knife the perfect balance and a seamless transition from blade to handle. They can even throw it in the dishwasher when they're done. Oh and if you're a fan of the TV show Hell's Kitchen with Gordon Ramsey, they give all the chefs a complete Henckels knife set. Promising Review: First thing I noticed was how well the knife felt in my…

This is called a "genius pan" and for good measure. They'll get 4 pans in 1 when you buy them this and it'll probably be the only pan they use from the moment they get it. It serves as a nonstick fry and sauté pan, steamer, skillet, saucier, spatula and spoon rest. Choose their favorite color from pale blue, bright purple or lively red. They can braise, sear, steam, strain, sauté, fry, boil, serve and even store. All while being constructed without any toxic materials. Promising review: This pan is the reason I enjoy cooking now. Evenly heats, non…

This countertop auto food composter will turn their left over food scraps like veggies and chicken bones into fertilizer overnight. It's from Vitamix, the people behind the top selling blender that you've probably seen on QVC/Amazon. It's the smallest powered food composter you can buy and over 400+ people love. The built-in charcoal filter keeps odor down and they'll be able to use the fertilizer on their potted and garden plants after just a few hours and a push of a button. Promising review: Day 1 this thing is awesome. Started it up at 8pm and woke up to…

A classic turned modern glass tea pot with a built in infuser would be a lovely gift for a tea lover. This top rated one from Vahdam India is not only a great product, but it's priced affordably too at under $25. It has 100% lead-free borosilicate glass that's durable and won't crack when the water is hot. The built in infuser is stainless steel and extra fine so that none of the loose tea material escapes. They'll also enjoy the no drip/no spill design and it's even microwave and dishwasher safe. An easy to use and easy on…

Beautifully handcrafted with a classic look, this is a modern take on a typical liquor decanter made from sparkling crystalline glass. This is the decanter they'll reach for at the end of a long day, or perhaps the start of a long weekend! It's made by a European glass collective that dates back to 1923 and made exclusively for Crate & Barrel. Pair this with a bottle of their favorite liquor like whiskey and watch their faces light up. Holds 38oz of liquor and comes with glass stopper. Promising review: We purchased a new bar cart and this decanter…

Gift them a mini refrigerated wine fridge for their fancy wine collection so they can always have up to eight bottles always on hand for when the situation calls. One (of the many) awesome things about this fridge is the thermoelectric cooling system that does away with noisy compressors that most other fridges use. That means no noisy distractions during dinner from it turning on and cooling down. They'll be able to choose the perfect wine temperature between 39 - 68 Fahrenheit. Promising review: We didn't want a huge wine cooler yet wanted to have wine ready for unexpected…

For a fun golf gift pick up this top rated golf ball ice mold so they can have their drinks perfectly chilled with a golf flair. They're easy to make and the design is leak free while it's freezing so no mess. Even the tops to the ice maker are in fairway green color. They can throw the entire thing in the dishwasher to clean and the moulds stack to conserve space when not in use. Promising review: Great size ice cubes for the golf lover and they seal nicely so that they don't leak when you put them…

Make their mornings more tasty and less stressed with a top rated all in one breakfast station from retro appliance company, Nostalgia. They'll be able to make fresh coffee, sausage, eggs, bacon and even toast at the same time cutting down on washing up and boosting deliciousness. With the toaster, they can even use it to make a 7-inch pizza, casseroles, cookies and more. If their kitchen is small, or even in their RV or camper, this would be an ideal gift because it's compact. For a fun, colorful, useful and retro all in one gift, it's hard not…

These will add a splash of snark and a dash of sass in any kitchen with their tongue in cheek take on classic 1950's decor. Buy a specific snarky towel or get the set for $64.99. The actual towels are super absorbent microfiber, so if they do actually decide to use them for what they're made for, they'll work good. Promising review: I have a poster in my kitchen with the lady from the canning towel so of course I had to order the matching “grab your balls” towel. I also ordered another equally funny towel. My order arrived…

This top rated and best selling Cuisinart classic style popcorn maker would be an awesome gift for someone that loves moves, a gamer, a retro gift or even a gift for a family to enjoy. It makes up to 10 cups of popcorn at a time and heats up fast so there's less time waiting for the popcorn to start poppin'! The steam vents on the side of this popcorn maker means the popcorn will stay fresh until they want a refill and a straightforward cleaning process means it will be ready to go for next time fast. Promising…

They can serve their guests in style with this top rated retro serving cart. They can use it when they have company over and they can use it in the kitchen to store and organize extra things when company is not over. The powder coated legs are durable and the two wood trays adds a retro-modern accent to this charming serving cart. The caster wheels will make it easy for them to push the cart where it needs to be and they lock in place so it doesn't move when it's in use. Your gift receiver will be charmed…